5 Points Jesus Taught in Order to Pray Effectively | The Model Prayer Explained

In Jesus’s model prayer there are 5 essential keys that teach us how to pray effectively.

When Jesus' disciples said to Him, “Lord, teach us to pray...” (Luke 11:1)
He provided an answer in what is called “The Model Prayer” (Luke 11:2-4 and Matthew 6:9-13).
In this prayer are 5 easy, essential keys showing who to pray to, what to pray for, when to pray, where to pray, and how to pray. These are important because, as the Bible also explains, there are wrong ways to pray, and even superficial forms of prayer we need to avoid. So this is something every Christian needs to know. In this video, we’ll go over all 5 keys to show how Jesus taught us to pray.
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The first question Jesus answered regarding how to pray was: 1) “Who should we pray to?”
In Luke 11:2, Jesus said, “When you pray, say: Our Father in heaven, hallowed be Your name.”
Jesus told His disciples to follow His example in praying to God the Father, just as He did. (Luke 10:21, 22:42, 23:34, John 17:1, etc.) Jesus directs us to pray to the Father because, as He said “...My Father is greater than I” (John 14:28) and “He who believes in Me, believes not in Me but in Him who sent Me.” (John 12:44) The Apostle John also explained that “truly our fellowship is with the Father and with His Son Jesus Christ.” (1 John 1:3)
Additionally, Jesus taught His followers to pray to the Father in His name. He said, “Most assuredly, I say to you, whatever you ask the Father in My name He will give you. Until now you have asked nothing in My name. Ask, and you will receive, that your joy may be full” (John 16:23–24).
So the first key is to acknowledge our Father in heaven. He is the greatest being in the universe, and we are to primarily direct our prayers to Him. We pray to the Father in Jesus’ name.The apostle Paul also followed this example, writing in Ephesians 3:14,“For this reason I bow my knees to the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, from whom the whole family in heaven and earth is named” (Ephesians 3:14–15). And in Romans 1:8, he says, “...I thank my God through Jesus Christ….”
Now, the second key outlined in the model prayer answers… 2) “What should we pray for?”
Luke 11:2 goes on to say, “Your kingdom come. Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven.” (Luke 11:2) Jesus taught His disciples to pray for God’s will to be done and for His Kingdom to come. This statement is significant because it pinpoints where His disciples' main focus should be. God wants His followers to sincerely desire God’s Kingdom to come to earth as soon as possible. He also wants them to live by the Laws of that Kingdom now. Jesus said, “...seek first the Kingdom of God, and His righteousness….” (Matthew 6:33)
Also, in praying for God’s will to be done on earth, Jesus is teaching His followers to align their will with God’s. This means studying His Word, and making sure that any request in prayer agrees with His will. As it says in the book of James, “You ask and do not receive, because you ask amiss, that you may spend it on your pleasures.” (James 4:3) And 1 John 5:14 says, “Now this is the confidence that we have in Him, that if we ask anything according to His will, He hears us.” And... putting God’s will first means being willing to yield to whatever answer He provides, even if our loving Father answers a prayer with a, “No,” or “Not right now.” (Luke 22:42) So when we pray, we should first seek God’s will in our lives, and always be looking toward His Kingdom. We pray with this in mind first, and then we can make requests for daily needs, forgiveness, deliverance from temptation, and other important concerns. (Luke 11:4 and Matthew 6:12-13)
We know Who to pray to, and what to ultimately pray for...now… 3) “When should we pray?”
Luke 11:3 goes on to say, “Give us day by day our daily bread.”
This shows that Jesus wants His followers to be praying daily. But does it matter how many times we pray each day? Well, the Bible provides examples of other faithful individuals and their prayer habits.
For example, it was Daniel’s custom to pray and give thanks before his God three times a day (Daniel 6:10) David, also, writing in Psalm 55 says, “Evening and morning and at noon I will pray….” (Psalm 55:16-17) Jesus “often withdrew into the wilderness and prayed.” (uke 5:16) And the Apostle Paul encouraged Christians to “pray without ceasing, in everything give thanks; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.” (1 Thess 5:17-18)

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[Mama_Johns]

One day when I got home from a long drive I said the most passionate prayer of my life outside in my driveway. I won’t get into specifics of the prayer as it was a very personal between God and I, But the prayer consisted of many tears, and the most “heart” I had ever poured into a prayer. That night I felt the Holy Spirit in a way I had never experienced before, and to cap it all of the stars were plentiful in a place where light pollution often covers the stars. I hadn’t planned out what I was going to say to Him, it just kinda flowed. At the end of my prayer God showed me a shooting star as I looked to the sky, and I felt a rush of emotions I had never felt in my entire life. That night I realized prayer truly is communication with God✝️✝️

[mandychapin]

After praying I thank Him for hearing my prayers.

[kizzb]

🕊️Praise-be to our Lord and Master Jesus Christ ALMIGHTY in Jesus Name - Amen🕊️

[thepedora]

I thank God for this simplified teaching on prayer!

[aishayasmeen]

I've just started watching the video but i could already tell this will guide me. I've just started to read the bible recently and have a lot of questions. I'm so blessed I came across your channel. God really heard my prayers and still continues to guide me everyday.


You've made God so happy because you're helping your brothers and sisters. God bless you!

[tonyrobbins]

1) our Father...
The paternity of God
2)holy is thy name...
The priority of God.
3)thy kingdom come...
The program of God.
4)thy will be done...
The purpose of God.
5)give us this day...
The provision of God
6)forgive us our trespasses...
The pardon of God.
7)Lead us not into temptation but deliver us from the evil one...
The protection of God.
8)for thine is the kingdom, the power and the glory...
The preeminence of God . 🎉😊🎉
Jesus teaches us how to pray !

[Nomo]

I thank the father for all his good works and blessings in Jesus name. Amen.

[samc]

You really have changed my life. God bless you and prosper your ways in Jesus

[fpzk]

Sometimes my prayer is just three words, “Lord, help me” or Father, help me”.

[olayinkasanni]

LORD Jesus Christ, thank you for the opportunity and closeness in prayer! 🎉❤🎉 A wonderful message. Thanks.

[FallenCloud.]

Gby for this simple lesson. As a prodigal son returning to Our Father, I have certainly had struggles shaking the dirt from my sandals, but I know if I persevere... God's will be revealed to me. Thank you

[jgrssgk]

This is a great lesson I always start my prayer in my own secret place with the door closed I always start with the Lord’s Prayer then go into worship and then asking for anything I want to say to my Holy Spirit then thanking him before things happen or answered hallelujah ❤

[leslierosson]

Than k you for breaking down the 5 Keys to Praying effectively. I often ask older Christians the question of “How to pray” and all have point me to the Lord’s Prayer and left it at that. Your video provides me with clarity since you have broken. It down and simplified it for me.

[uppjxgg]

Amen Glory Hallelujah To Jesus Christ Amen

[kittycat]

Thank you.
Pray to Yahuah, in Yahusha’s name.
With pure heart intentions.

[katrice]

Wow I need this I am horrible prayer person.

[daviddilworth]

Excellent truthful presentation. Truly edifying

[BootCampSpecimen]

Notice how Jesus did not say “pray to my mother or to dead saints.” I shall pray daily to God the Father and the Son, only, and ask in Jesus’ name 🙌

[igotonit]

Taught us to pray to his Father who sent him, so we open our prayers in Jehovah's name and make it know we come to him through his beloved "SON" Jesus Christ. I love the separation Jesus identified between him and his father Jehovah God.

[jeffupton]

Not all my prayers are the same but always include
Gratefulness for all that was created and all my blessings
Asking for forgiveness/offer repentance
Ask that he watch over the homeless and suffering
Ask that he guides all the lost to him